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    The first time I ever saw someone roller blade they I thought. WOW! It amazed me how people could do that. Have you ever wondered about the history of roller blading. Like who invented the first pair of roller blades, and when were they invented? Is it even considered a sport? Also, what is the difference between roller blades and roller skates Who invented the first pair of roller blades, and when were they invented? The first pair was made by and man in the 1700’s that went by the…

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    Respect for the Outsiders Have you ever seen a sign that says watch out for skaters? They have a signs for almost everything nowadays; bikers, language, even ducks, but no signs that acknowledge skaters in a positive way. There are more than 13,500,000 skaters in the United States alone, and some start as early as 18 months. The city should respect skaters as they do pedestrians and bikers because it is beneficial for kids. One of the reasons is because it is good for the body. It provides…

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    In discussions of Jay Adams and his death, I believe this point in time was important because, it revealed how important Jay was to skateboarding. The following points illustrate the importance of this turning point in time: Young Jay Adams, The Death of Jay Adams, and His Impression on Skateboarding. This person impacted me by changing skateboarding into something completely new and making me interested in skating as a sport rather than just to ride around. Born in Los Angeles, California on…

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    A Frigid Raceway The crisp, cold wind breezed through my hair during an enjoyable outdoor activity, as I zipped around the corner. A feeling of excitement is what I experience when I Long Track speed skate. It is enjoyable for many reasons. This sport is entertaining for numerous explanations. First, it is necessary to develop skills. Getting to know my boundaries has helped me. While having fun and without discouragement, I am more familiar with of my abilities and setting reachable goals.…

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    You have to be born with a groovy soul. Element was inspired by the definition of element according to the interview. It doesn't get groovier than wind fire water and earth. The brands merchandise also features a fashion element. Making Element Skateboards groovy and fashionable. All of the Element skateboarding products feature clean simplistic designs. Some of them such as the Calvert Beanie are timeless looking. The company has done an excellent…

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    Skateboard vs. Longboard: What's the difference? If you’re often confused between a skateboard vs. a longboard, then we’ll help clear it up for you. Both activities are categorized as recreational sports. They may appear similar but each have their own unique and distinct features. They differ in style, form, and usage. A skateboard is an equipment designed with a board and a set of wheels to glide you along. You can move it by pushing off with one foot while the other is flat on the board.…

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    Riding a skateboard can be extremely daunting. For most people, if they attempt to step foot on one, their face will connect with the ground almost instantaneously. Riding a skateboard is not easy.Once you find your balance, however, you have unlocked your way into the fun world of skating.Finding your balance is not an easy task however. You may need to position your board by a pole, and hang on to the pole so you do not fall over and give yourself a concussion. Doing this may be best achieved…

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    Many people find different values on life. Most people strive to have a big house with many fancy cars and all the latest trendy items to spoil their children with. Unlike them I believe the simpler things are what truly what people need in order to truly enjoy what life has to offer. I’d like to describe to you how something as simple as a piece of woods with wheels screwed into it; can give you a whole new perspective on life and how you value it. Skateboarding gives you a whole new…

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    The skateboard company Anti-Hero has very observable market power in the skateboard industry. There are many skateboard companies out there and many distributors where consumers can get a deck for as low as 3 decks for $50. Meanwhile, Anti-Hero puts their logo onto one of their boards and sells one for $55. There are a few reasons why a brand like Anti-Hero is able to charge that much and still remain in business: unique board shapes, a full team of professional skateboarders that make video…

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    We are doing a essay on laws. We are doing this because we are learning about laws. My law Is" You cant skateboard without a license''. The details of the law I chose is you do have to have a license to skate in Florida. This law affects everyone that lives in Florida that does not have a license and likes to skate. The penalty is you could go to jail for a year for not obeying the law. The person that past the law was actually a group of people called State Library and…

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